10 Tips to Help You Through Sorority Rush Week

July 18, 2012 4:30 pm     Posted in Advice, College, Homepage Exclusive  Sam - Emory University g+ page


By Sam

A new semester is quickly approaching, and for some schools, that means Fall Rush Week, that time when sororities on campus welcome new sisters and pledges into their families.

It might all sound exciting, but this can be an extremely stressful time for some people; as a member of a sorority, I would know! My school does Spring Rush, but I was a nervous, sweating wreck when it came time for this.  I kept thinking about how big of a deal it was and how it would determine my entire life (so not true people, come on, we’re 18 or 19 years old, we have a LIFETIME ahead of us).

Some people just miss out on that very crucial factor about rush.  Recently, someone in my sorority posted an article she found about how a select group of women are offering actual “rush prep” classes, and for the small sum of $8,000 you can go on a special weekend retreat to better prepare you for this event!

I’m sorry, what!?  That is absolutely crazy and completely unnecessary.  First of all, taking classes and going on retreats (essentially spending huge amounts of money) will not guarantee you a spot in the sorority of your choosing; and second of all, finding the right sorority for YOU is about being yourself, and let’s face it, you’re not being yourself if you’re using someone else’s lines.

That being said, I have prepared a little cheat sheet for you to prove that you don’t have to spend 8k to have a successful experience during rush!

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    • 4 Comments on "10 Tips to Help You Through Sorority Rush Week"

    1. oh boy says:
      Thu, 19th Jul 20124:47 pm 

      This is the most fucked up post i've ever read and I cannot believe it's on CC. 10 tips to get you through rush? WHAT. Since when have sororities become so important that there needs to be posts dedicated to helping girls get into the "best" one. This is so sickening. Greek life is becoming too important and as women we need to be focusing on more important things than our Panhellenic ties.

    2. bitch, please says:
      Tue, 24th Jul 20129:39 am 

      This website is called "college" candy, is it not? Rush is a fun and exciting experience, in COLLEGE. Greek life has always been a big thing in colleges across the United States. It's a way to become part of a community and make friends outside of the dorms, and have valuable resources and connections.This post is helping girls be the best person they can be and present themselves in a classy manor during sorority recruitment. Sororities also help with the community and volunteer; it's not just partying 24/7. So next time, please get your facts straight before you post on an article. And don't forget, no one is making you read this article. If you don't like it, don't read it. Enough said.

    3. Andrea says:
      Wed, 26th Sep 20124:17 pm 

      This is a fun post! For you girls that chose the best sorority for YOU, you probably want to stock up on some amazing gear. Personally, I love my cute pink Delta Gamma tank (http://www.dormify.com/greek/delta-gamma/delta-gamma-neon-pink-tank)! There are more clothes and decor for other great sororities available on Dormify.com!!

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